Profile of Patric Gerö

For me, bonsai is a practice of patience, observation, and respect for nature. I value slow progress, working with the rhythm of the seasons, and the quiet presence each tree brings. Every bonsai is a long-term journey—and at the same time, a teacher...125

I like oaks because they are mystical plants.

My connection to nature began early in childhood. I spent many hours alone in the garden, observing plants and animals, learning quietly through presence rather than instruction. From those moments, a deep sense of closeness to nature emerged...12 Today, forests and natural landscapes are places of calm and balance for me—spaces where noise fades and clarity returns. This sense of peace is what ultimately led me to bonsai. Caring for trees in miniature allows me to bring that stillness into everyday life and to stay connected to the natural rhythms that have shaped me since childhood...12